1991 Rover 820 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 1991 Rover 820 and 1991 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Rover 820. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 820. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 Rover 820. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 820. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 820. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1991 Rover 820 has manual transmission. 1991 Rover 820 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rover 820 | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | 820 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |